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Wednesday, October 19, 2011

My sisters left yesterday. Char had been here since Oct. 7 and was originally planning on just staying for about 4 days to care for George while we were away at the hospital in Baltimore. George loves Charlotte. Judy came up from Florida last Friday, after things got bad. But hey, things are so much better now.

One thing’s for sure: I could not have gotten through these past weeks without my family.

It’s raining and chilly this morning as I write this. I love October.

I found this sunflower growing in one of the geranium planters and used a couple of textures from Shadowhouse Creations on it. They’re both very subtle, and one is a raised texture that lends the look of an oil painting.

Used a Kim Klassen texture on the photo above, although I can’t remember which specific one. Sign up for Kim’s Texture Lovin’ List, and she’ll send you a free one each week ~ she is such a generous soul.

We found these little gourds growing around the house. I believe they came from the seeds of the decorative ones I bought last year.

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I’m actually enjoying planning and making our dinners, and my husband (and until yesterday, my sisters) is enjoying my cooking prowess. As most of you know, I rarely venture into the kitchen and it’s not because I’m unable – it’s just one of my husband’s domains. But until he can get back into the swing of things as far as meals go, we’re enjoying some of my favorite recipes.

Bangers & mash is an English treat, and a favorite comfort food at our house. Bangers are sausages, and the mash is mashed potatoes. Tonight I’m making Sauteed Tomato Pasta, an old favorite of my son’s that incorporates whipping cream and prosciutto into the recipe. My husband loves pasta and I’m trying to get some weight back on him. Unfortunately, I don’t need any extra poundage . . . but am loving the comfort, not only from the taste of the food but from the aroma that wafts from the kitchen to the rest of the house.

Here’s the recipe for the Chicken & leek pot pie from Tea & Sympathy, an English teashop in NYC. Found it in the pages of this week’s People Magazine, something I never buy, but Steve Jobs was on the cover.

Now you've made me hungry ... I have been working without breakfast so far this morning. I think I have some sausages from the butcher in the freezer ... that and some eggs ... just call it a high protein breakfast. (I'm glad things are going well enough for you to plan to go back to work. That's always a good sign.)

Yesterday you had me googling the closest Burger King and today on this rainy Wednesday, I'm now wanting Champ. Champ is an Irish food, basically mashed potatoes and leeks (there's more to it than that but not much more).

Fantastic photos.I am soo glad to hear things are going well .Family is the most important to all of us wether it be for helping in tough time or just being there. Yup good old Bangers and mash a Brit tradition here as well and yes we love our tea and tea shops the rest also sounds yummy. I am ao happy to read your happy and enjoying things once again . Heres to a speedy recovery for your husband. Have a wonderful day

Glad conditions are improving and that you are enjoying creative cooking. Hmmmm, interesting about the gourds reseeding themselves. I'll try it with the ones currently on the dining room table. Hope the light continues to get brighter for you both.

...Judging from the menu I would bet a dollar to a donut you've been hiding your inner Rachel Ray all this time, no? *giggle* ;o) Your menu sounds scrumptious!

...I wished I lived closer so I could help in some way but please know that here in the Midwest is a crazy, warm hearted, middle aged nut who thinks you are the cat's pajamas and then some and who sends her prayers and warm wishes your way every. single. day. And seriously, how's that for a run-on sentence, huh? ;o)

...And might I add that the pumpkin stem is a little work of art! Love it!

So glad that each passing day is bringing progress! And I'm glad that you've had time at home to spend with your husband and your sisters, and to cook food you love. I'm sure he loves having you home, and I hope he continues to be on the mend.

Your dinners sound delightful. I'm not much on cooking ~ far more fond of baking. But these meals you've mentioned combined with the cool (continually) rainy weather could tempt me towards the kitchen, lol....

I'm especially curious about the details of your version (if ever you have time to jot down the recipe) for bangers and mash. Two of my DH's fav foods separately so no doubt it'd be adored if I made it here...

Love the photos! I don't recall ever seeing a stem on a pumpkin; the ones sold down here have had their stems cut-off. It is such a relief to read how well Andrew is doing in his recovery and healing!You are taking such good care of him and it is working. If I were anywhere close to you, I'd make y'all a pot of Chicken and Sausage Gumbo! Oh Happy Day!

There is just absolutely nothing better than a great meal shared with loved ones, and your cooking sounds so gourmet to me, wow Kate you go girl! Love your little gourd and sunflower volunteers and those pumpkins with their extra twisty stems are fantastic! You are definitely taking good care of your dear husband! xo ~Lili

I'm so glad your sisters came in to help out. That is true family devotion.

Sounds like you're eating better than we are! Making dinner has not been a priority since my back started bothering me.

Good for you Kate in getting back to a regular schedule this week. I would think getting out of the house would be a bit of a relief. I do hope your husband does okay in your absence. At least he has George ; )

I've missed out lately on what is going on in your life, but I do hope that everyone is doing well and on the mend. Your macro shots are incredible and all those photos of George are adorable--what a "good buddy" he must be. Take care and I'll keep you and your husband in my thoughts. Hugs, Mickie ;)

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